#Statutory Jurisdiction

Bombay High Court rules that a corrigendum under MOFA Section 11(3) cannot be used to increase granted built-up area, as it violates the finality of quasi-judicial orders. The judgment underscores that administrative authorities lack inherent power to reopen concluded matters without express statutory authorization, impacting property developers and housing societies.

Punjab & Haryana High Court clarifies that Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) cannot initiate contempt proceedings or direct banks to reinstate credit limits, as their jurisdiction is strictly confined to Section 19(25) of the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993. The ruling underscores that DRTs must adhere to statutory boundaries, preventing overreach in enforcement actions against banks or borrowers.

Bombay High Court rules that town planning authorities under the MRTP Act cannot condition construction permissions on No Objection Certificates from revenue officers. The judgment clarifies that title disputes, once resolved in favor of the applicant, cannot justify delays in granting planning permissions, reinforcing statutory jurisdiction limits.